Punjab Police personnel to get unique IDs

 by Punjabnewswire4u (Balbir)

CHANDIGARH, MAY 12 

The Punjab Police became the first force in the country that has issued Unique Identification Number (UID) to all members of its force right from constable to DGP rank besides all ministerial staff working with the Punjab Police. In another decision every member of the force has been designated as an officer.

Releasing the UID number here today Mr. P.S.Gill, DGP, Punjab said that every member of the force would be given a permanent Unique ID Number which would be issued on the bases of his year of recruitment, Unit at the time of recruitment rank at the time of recruitment and belt number given at the time of recruitment. He said that UID would help in tracing the policemen and UID number would be printed by Ultra Violet technology to check the fake ID cards and all policemen would be issued UID cards from Police headquarters.

Speaking on the occasion, the DGP said that in a novel measure to motivate the police force, it has been decided to change the nomenclature of every employee of Police Department to Officer. Constable and Head Constable rank employees would be known as junior enrolled police officer; where as ASI, SI, Inspector rank employees have been nomenclature as senior enrolled officers. The DGP said that DSP, DCP and ASP and other higher rank officers have been kept in the category of superior police officers. The DGP said that this path breaking move has been taken as per the recommendations of New Draft Punjab Police Rules.

Strategies finalised for cost reduction of expenditure on engineering projectsin Punjab

by Punjabnewswire4u (Balbir)
CHANDIGARH, MAY 12
Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration, Punjab (MGSIPAP) today organized a workshop on the subject of cost reduction of expenditure incurred through Engineering Wings of various government departments / corporations. Chief Engineers & superintendents (serving & retired) from Punjab participated in the workshop.
Lt. Gen.(Retd.) B.S. Dhaliwal, Advisor (Technical) to CM, Punjab was the chief guest.
Appreciating the initiative taken by Mr B.K. Srivastava, Director General, MGSIPAP, Lt. Gen.(Retd.) Dhaliwal, exhorted the members of engineers community to take effective steps for reducing the cost on various government projects by chalking out effective strategies keeping in view the global standards. He emphasized that detailed and minute studies must be done about the projects before submitting the proposals to the state government.
Mr. S. K. Sandhu, Secretary, PWD (B&R), Govt. of Punjab while participating in the deliberations highlighted different shortcomings in the delivery system of Engineering bodies. He lauded the efforts of the Institute in identifying some of the shortcomings and assured that the govt. shall encourage all such efforts for systematic improvement on receipt of the recommendations finalized during the workshop.
A working paper containing twelve suggestions propounded by Er. N. K. Aggarwal, Consultant, Centre for Management and Engineering Works (CMEW) was discussed in detail and the recommendations regarding Adherence to Punjab Common Scheduled of Rates by all Engineering Wings of the State, Development of
data base and its computerization for all infrastructure in the State, Regular Upkeep of Infrastructure, Establishment of Regulated source of supply of MBs and Indent Books, and Setting up of Distt. Technical Centres for Coordinated action in regard todevelopment of Infrastructure (including Public Utilities) were finalized. Thereafter, Er. Balraj Kumar, retired Chief Engineer PUDA suggested six measures by way of technical innovation for reducing cost of construction of Infrastructure.
Useful inputs were provided by Er. F. L.Kansal, Retd. Chairman, Pollution Control Board, Punjab, Er. T. S. Madan, Retd. MD, Pb. Water Supply & Sewerage Board, Er. V. K.Sharma, Retd. Chief Engineer, Irrigation Pb. Er. S. S. Sawany, Retd.Chief Engineer, PWD (B&R) and other experts also wherein need for strengthening of the Planning & Design Cells in the departments (including their restructuring),
introduction of new technology for speedy and cost effective delivery, skills development by way of training and field exposure to latest trends in construction were emphasized.
The workshop recognized the pioneer work undertaken by Er. Ashwani Sharma, Sr. Design Engineer, Irrigation, Punjab by structuring the programme for e-tendering and computerization of Measurement Books (MBs).
The workshop concluded with the decision to carry forward this initiative and meet again after three months.

Media training programme starts in MGSIPA

by Punjabnewswire4u (Balbir)
 CHANDIGARH, MAY 11
A three-day programme, which commenced today in the Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration, Punjab attracted impressive participation from different print and electronic media. This training programme launched for mediapersons focuses on self-development and capacity building besides their pivotal role in highlighting the positive features of good governance and responsive administration.
Col. B.M. Sabhlok, Senior Consultant and an Expert of Management Development Cell while interacting with the mediapersons exhorted them to keep national interest & service to the society uppermost in their mind while carrying out their professional duties.
He stressed that the role of media is of paramount importance in influencing public opinion & bringing about positive change in the society through their healthy and meaningful writings in the columns of newspapers. The other issues, which he covered, focused on empowerment of woman and recognize their role in our homes and give them prominence in every field of activity in our social system. He also highlighted the strategies for sharpening professional skills through effective communication & learning processes besides giving them tips about importance of attitude & behavioral pattern in their professional career.
A prominent psychologist Mr. Sohan Singh, while sharing his knowledge and perceptions gave a thought provoking presentation on Self-motivation with a theme message to journalist community for self-assessment and personal evaluation daily to improve their professional performance and contribute for the betterment of the society.
Mr. Jagjit Puri, Principal Consultant of the Institute was also present during the course of discussion.
    The training programme which will continue tomorrow & day after tomorrow will focus on communication & listening skills, team building concept for accomplishment of the goals, yoga & health and Stress management etc. The valedictory interaction session will be held on the concluding day i.e. May 13, 2011 with the interaction of participants with prominent personalities from media fraternity.

Governor launches Chandigarh Chapter of Global Punjabi Society

by Punjabnewswire4u (Balbir)
CHANDIGARH, MAY 6
The Punjab Governor and Administrator, Union Territory, Chandigarh, Mr. Shivraj V. Patil after launching the Chapter of Global Punjabi Society here today said that the Chandigarh Chapter will certainly help in sharing experiences, perceptions and ideas for promoting mutual understanding besides reminding the Punjabis of their roots and cultural heritage.
Mr. Patil said that there is a lot of diversity in India and the world.  Diversity makes the country and the world, rich and beautiful.  The diversity depends upon the geography, history and the concepts that have developed through the different periods of time.  It should be protected and enriched, and allowed to add to the attractiveness of existence.
,Mr Patil said that it should function as a uniting force and not as a dividing     energy.  If it functions as a uniting force, it would add to the strength and capability of one and all.  If it works as a dividing force, it is bound to make all, smaller, weaker, and less capable.
The Governor said that in fact, all things that look different in their shapes, colours, and forms, and outer appearances, are in essence, in ultimate analysis,   not different from one another, in their inner most reality and core of existence.  This reality is expressed in spiritual language, as the presence of one and the same divinity in all things, non-living and living.  In scientific language, in the modern periods of time, it is not only expressed, but proved as one and the same charges, of energy in all things that exist. That is why now it is accepted that, the time, the space, the matter, the energy are not different but the essence of the same reality and unity.  When this is understood, imbibed and realized, human beings and all other living creatures, and non-living things also, matter and energy become all powerful, divine, and the main source of energy.  In this reality lies that essence of unity which is presented, in small forms of society and its chapters. This part of our country has always been a very important    part of India. Its soil, its rivers, the concepts and philosophies that have developed here, its politics, its economics, its spirit of adventure, its capacity to face difficulties and challenges, its capabilities to over come the difficulties, and face the challenges, its capacity to sing and dance, and enjoy the essence of life, its capacity to put in hard labour, have made it a pioneering area in many fields. It is because of this, the Vedas, Upanishads and immortal philosophies of existence saw the light of the day in this area.   It is because of this, Mahabharta, and Ramayan   came into existence in this area.  It is because of this, wars and struggles were made in this area, to protect and preserve its wealth in matter and in thought and continue the flow of enrichment like the waters of the rivers doing in joining the oceans.
Stressing upon following the teachings of our spiritual gurus in our daily life ,the Governor said that Punjabis, world over were known for their enterprise, hard working and due to their leadership qualities. He said Punjabis have contributed immensely to the social, economical and political development of our country. Punjab had been the land of Gurus and Seers, so the common Punjabis should seek solace in their teachings, he added.
        Lauding the efforts of the Global Punjabi Society in the cause of promoting Punjabi and Punjabiat through out the world, Mr  Patil said Punjab had a rich culture and urged the people to maintain its richness.
        Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Patil said the need of the hour is to spread, the message of Punjabi spirit of brotherhood, love, peace and prosperity to create a healthy society. He said the Global Punjabi Society will go long way in strengthening the bonds between the Punjabis living in India and abroad.   Honouring Punjabis, who have achieved success and recognition in different walks of life, and encourage them with scholarships, by the Global Punjabi Society, would further help in promoting Punjabi Language and rich Punjabi cultural values, he added.
        Mr. Patil also gave awards who excel well in their respective fields to promote Punjabi language and culture.

Badal congratulates Punjabi MPs in Canada

by sportswire4u.blogspot.com (Balbir)
CHANDIGARH, MAY 4
Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal today felicitated the victory of eight candidates from Punjabi community in the recently held elections for the Canadian Parliament.
In a congratulatory message, Mr. Badal said that the victory of these MPs in Canada has once again proved that the Punjabis could achieve success in any field due to their rare qualities of hard work and honesty. He congratulated all these leaders who have emerged victorious in the elections and asserted that these Punjabi MPs would play a significant role in the overall development of their native state along with that of Canada. Mr. Badal also hoped that these newly elected MPs would efficiently raise the issues concerning the people of Punjab at an appropriate forum to attract the global attention, if needed.
Meanwhile, Mr. Badal also congratulated the Punjabis settled in Canada for reposing overwhelming response in the democratic process by taking part in recently concluded federal elections.
Pertinently in the recently held elections the representatives of Punjabi community including Param Gill, Deepak Obhrai, Davinder Shory, Nina Grewal, Jasbir Sandhu, Tim Uppal, Jinny Sims and Bal Gosal have emerged victorious.

Investiture ceremony at Golden Bells School

by Punjabnewswire4u (Balbir)
MOHALI, MAY 4
Golden Bells Public School, Sector-77, Mohali organized investiture ceremony with a view to make students more responsible and disciplined towards their duties for school.
The whole programme was organized in school play ground after morning assembly. The students were divided into three houses i.e. Mars, Venus and Jupiter.
Principal of the school handed over the badges of appointment to Mihardeep Singh as Head Boy and Ekjot Kaur as Head Girl of the school.
Chairman of the school handed over the House Flags to the newly chosen students and then, those selected students marched towards the stage with holding flags in their hands. Director Madam handed over the badges to captains and vice-captains of the three houses.
The most anxiously awaited moment, The oath ceremony was performed. Head Boy and Head Girl along with the captains and vice captains of the three houses took their Oath of Office with promise that they would carry out their duties with integrity, faith and excellence. They also pledged to be loyal towards their teachers, classmates and school.
At the end, the Chairman urged that the youth are the hope of a nation so they should play constructive role in the upliftment of nation and they should work properly for the smooth functioning of all the activities that will be organized through out the session.
The Investiture Ceremony came to end with the singing of National Anthem.

Investiture ceremony at Golden Bells School

by Punjabnewswire4u (Balbir)
MOHALI, MAY 4
Golden Bells Public School, Sector-77, Mohali organized investiture ceremony with a view to make students more responsible and disciplined towards their duties for school.
The whole programme was organized in school play ground after morning assembly. The students were divided into three houses i.e. Mars, Venus and Jupiter.
Principal of the school handed over the badges of appointment to Mihardeep Singh as Head Boy and Ekjot Kaur as Head Girl of the school.
Chairman of the school handed over the House Flags to the newly chosen students and then, those selected students marched towards the stage with holding flags in their hands. Director Madam handed over the badges to captains and vice-captains of the three houses.
The most anxiously awaited moment, The oath ceremony was performed. Head Boy and Head Girl along with the captains and vice captains of the three houses took their Oath of Office with promise that they would carry out their duties with integrity, faith and excellence. They also pledged to be loyal towards their teachers, classmates and school.
At the end, the Chairman urged that the youth are the hope of a nation so they should play constructive role in the upliftment of nation and they should work properly for the smooth functioning of all the activities that will be organized through out the session.
The Investiture Ceremony came to end with the singing of National Anthem.